The Story of the Lotus Eaters About 3000 years ago, the poet Homer told a story about a man called Odysseus and his voyage home to Greece following the Trojan Wars. Odysseus and his men met up with many exciting adventures along the way, but the most relevant to us is the story of his…

What about CBD? MA Has No Official Opinion on the Use of CBD CBD products have burst onto the market in many states and seem to be advertised and available everywhere these days. As a result, MA World Services, Districts, local MA meetings, and sponsors are regularly asked for advice and guidance on the question…

“The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using marijuana.” Marijuana Anonymous Tradition 3 Marijuana Anonymous was formed so that marijuana abusers would have a safe haven for recovery, without being ridiculed for “only” being marijuana addicts. However, many of us have found that the only way that we can keep our sobriety is…

How It Works The practice of rigorous honesty, of opening our hearts and minds, and the willingness to go to any lengths to have a spiritual awakening are essential to our recovery. Our old ideas and ways of life no longer work for us. Our suffering shows us that we need to let go absolutely.…

Note: This About Marijuana Detox Pamphlet has a companion Member Stories Pamphlet  About Marijuana Detox In spite of the common belief that there are no physiological or psychological effects of cannabis/marijuana addiction, a large number of recovering MA members experience withdrawal symptoms in some form as they stop using marijuana. For the purpose of this pamphlet,…

What is Sponsorship? Sponsorship is one recovering person talking to another. It is a two-way relationship based upon mutual respect and the principles of the program. While sharing experience, strength, and hope, both members enrich their lives and deepen their understanding of the basic principles of the program. The sponsor and the sponsee meet as…

Welcome to Marijuana Anonymous! This pamphlet is for those new to Marijuana Anonymous and those who are just curious to know more about us. All types of people have found themselves using marijuana/cannabis to the point where it is no longer fun or helpful. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions. What is Marijuana…